The Michael Tabirade Podcast

Feeling like your CV is just screaming into a void? Yeah, I get it. You’ve done everything right, the tailored CVs, the cover letters, hitting submit, only to be met with crickets or a rejection email with zero explanation. What if I told you the entire game has changed? That you’re fighting for a tiny fraction of the roles that are actually out there?

This isn’t about cringe-worthy networking. It’s about deep connection, showing curiosity, and having conversations that lead to your next role. Let's get into it.

Your CV has 7 seconds to make an impression on a bot AND a human. Download my free, proven ATS-friendly CV template here 👉🏿 https://tinyurl.com/tcr656sa

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Michael helps ambitious professionals like you navigate the complexities of the modern working world utilising the consultant mindset, helping you build deeply fulfilling and profitable portfolio careers.

He is an Independent Management Consultant and Executive Coach specializing in guiding leaders through transformative changes and scaling operations effectively.

Leveraging his extensive experience in programme management and previously working closely with top consulting firms, Michael empowers leaders to achieve sustained success by enhancing strategic decision-making, improving organizational health, and fostering personal and professional growth.

He is also an author of 4 books, Trustee for the Institute of Leadership and has spoken at organisations such as BBC Radio 1, University of Leicester, and CAPCO

How do you actually grow your presence? How do you build a strong professional brand that makes people want to work with you, especially if you're an independent consultant or contractor?

In this episode, we're getting into the real foundation. I'll walk you through how to validate it.

Download my free guide, Escape the Career Ladder, and start building your portfolio career today: https://tinyurl.com/ycxys2hp

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Michael helps ambitious professionals like you navigate the complexities of the modern working world utilising the consultant mindset, helping you build deeply fulfilling and profitable portfolio careers.

He is an Independent Management Consultant and Executive Coach specializing in guiding leaders through transformative changes and scaling operations effectively.

Leveraging his extensive experience in programme management and previously working closely with top consulting firms, Michael empowers leaders to achieve sustained success by enhancing strategic decision-making, improving organizational health, and fostering personal and professional growth.

He is also an author of 4 books, Trustee for the Institute of Leadership and has spoken at organisations such as BBC Radio 1, University of Leicester, and CAPCO

Ever feel like managing money is overwhelming? You know you need to protect it, grow it, and manage it, but where do you even start?

In this episode, I break down the “Cash” pillar of the Portfolio Career Guide. We’ll dive into setting lifestyle and financial goals, tracking your spending habits, building savings strategies, tackling debt effectively, and creating a simple system to grow and protect your money.

Whether it’s investing in ETFs, sorting insurance, or learning how to keep consistent with your habits, this is about building clarity and confidence with your finances as an independent professional.

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Michael helps ambitious professionals like you navigate the complexities of the modern working world utilising the consultant mindset, helping you build deeply fulfilling and profitable portfolio careers.

He is an Independent Management Consultant and Executive Coach specializing in guiding leaders through transformative changes and scaling operations effectively.

Leveraging his extensive experience in programme management and previously working closely with top consulting firms, Michael empowers leaders to achieve sustained success by enhancing strategic decision-making, improving organizational health, and fostering personal and professional growth.

He is also an author of 4 books, Trustee for the Institute of Leadership and has spoken at organisations such as BBC Radio 1, University of Leicester, and CAPCO.

Ever feel like the traditional 9-to-5 is a trap? Like the risk is all on you, even when you’re supposedly “safe” in a job? Let’s be real, we’ve all seen the headlines. Mass layoffs. Restructures. The so-called security? It’s an illusion.

So how do you build a career that’s resilient, on your own terms, one that actually allows you to flourish? In this episode, I’m doing something a bit different. I’m jumping into the comments and answering your real questions about freelancing, contracting, and building a powerful portfolio career.

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Michael helps ambitious professionals like you navigate the complexities of the modern working world utilising the consultant mindset, helping you build deeply fulfilling and profitable portfolio careers.

He is an Independent Management Consultant and Executive Coach specializing in guiding leaders through transformative changes and scaling operations effectively.

Leveraging his extensive experience in programme management and previously working closely with top consulting firms, Michael empowers leaders to achieve sustained success by enhancing strategic decision-making, improving organizational health, and fostering personal and professional growth.

He is also an author of 4 books, Trustee for the Institute of Leadership and has spoken at organisations such as BBC Radio 1, University of Leicester, and CAPCO

What are the different types of contracts that exist for you to capitalize on? Let's be real, that "permanent" 9-to-5? It's still a contract, and in today's world, the job you rely on heavily might be the first to throw away its loyalty.

Different contracts have different elements of risk associated with them; they determine how free you are, how occupied you are, and ultimately, what you can do in terms of generating cash and investing into your future.

So if you're building a portfolio career and need to make calculated guesses based on solid research, this is the context you need. Let's get into it.

Get my free, professional CV template built for portfolio careers here 👉🏿 https://tinyurl.com/tcr656sa

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Michael helps ambitious professionals like you navigate the complexities of the modern working world utilising the consultant mindset, helping you build deeply fulfilling and profitable portfolio careers.

He is an Independent Management Consultant and Executive Coach specializing in guiding leaders through transformative changes and scaling operations effectively.

Leveraging his extensive experience in programme management and previously working closely with top consulting firms, Michael empowers leaders to achieve sustained success by enhancing strategic decision-making, improving organizational health, and fostering personal and professional growth.

He is also an author of 4 books, Trustee for the Institute of Leadership and has spoken at organisations such as BBC Radio 1, University of Leicester, and CAPCO

You've done the work to understand yourself and you've scoped out the market. Now what? How do you actually synthesize all that information into a clear, actionable plan for a portfolio career that doesn't just look good on paper, but truly fits who you are?

This is about defining the core thing you do, so all the other pieces can latch on and make sense. It’s about building something cohesive, not just a random collection of gigs. Let's get tactical and build a career that's authentically you.

Ready to define your path? Let's get into it.

Download my free Business Plan Template to structure your portfolio career and define your goals. Get it here: https://tinyurl.com/539e76ky

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Get a discovery call here: https://tinyurl.com/3jdfa7bw ⁠

Michael helps ambitious professionals like you navigate the complexities of the modern working world utilising the consultant mindset, helping you build deeply fulfilling and profitable portfolio careers.

He is an Independent Management Consultant and Executive Coach specializing in guiding leaders through transformative changes and scaling operations effectively.

Leveraging his extensive experience in programme management and previously working closely with top consulting firms, Michael empowers leaders to achieve sustained success by enhancing strategic decision-making, improving organizational health, and fostering personal and professional growth.

He is also an author of 4 books, Trustee for the Institute of Leadership and has spoken at organisations such as BBC Radio 1, University of Leicester, and CAPCO

Ever feel like you're throwing your skills into the void, hoping the market catches them? What if you could know exactly where to stand so the opportunities find you?

It’s all about making sure your dreams aren’t just realistic, but strategically aligned with what the world actually needs right now. Let's get to work.

Stop guessing. Start building. Grab your FREE Business Plan Template here: https://tinyurl.com/539e76ky

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Get a discovery call here: https://tinyurl.com/3jdfa7bw ⁠

Michael helps ambitious professionals like you navigate the complexities of the modern working world utilising the consultant mindset, helping you build deeply fulfilling and profitable portfolio careers.

He is an Independent Management Consultant and Executive Coach specializing in guiding leaders through transformative changes and scaling operations effectively.

Leveraging his extensive experience in programme management and previously working closely with top consulting firms, Michael empowers leaders to achieve sustained success by enhancing strategic decision-making, improving organizational health, and fostering personal and professional growth.

He is also an author of 4 books, Trustee for the Institute of Leadership and has spoken at organisations such as BBC Radio 1, University of Leicester, and CAPCO

Ever looked at your payslip and just thought, "What the hell?" Feel like you're earning less but making more, and you're running just to stand still? You're not imagining it. The squeeze is real.

So, is the only way out to just leave? Is moving abroad the secret to escaping burnout, low wages, and career stagnation? Maybe. But maybe not.

This isn't about giving you a one-size-fits-all answer. It's about giving you a framework to find your own. We're talking about how to Rethink those default assumptions about what a career has to be, how to Reclaim ownership of your skills and your next steps, and how to Relocate your mindset, and maybe even your life, on your own terms.

Stop wondering 'should I stay or should I go' and start building. Get the free UK Contracting Checklist to start your journey here 👉🏿 https://tinyurl.com/4j3zjfjb

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Michael helps ambitious professionals like you navigate the complexities of the modern working world utilising the consultant mindset, helping you build deeply fulfilling and profitable portfolio careers.

He is an Independent Management Consultant and Executive Coach specializing in guiding leaders through transformative changes and scaling operations effectively.

Leveraging his extensive experience in programme management and previously working closely with top consulting firms, Michael empowers leaders to achieve sustained success by enhancing strategic decision-making, improving organizational health, and fostering personal and professional growth.

He is also an author of 4 books, Trustee for the Institute of Leadership and has spoken at organisations such as BBC Radio 1, University of Leicester, and CAPCO

Are you building a career that truly feels like your own, or are you just living out someone else's definition of success? Let's be real, if you want to create something with real sustainability and persistence, it has to have a deeper level of meaning. It has to have context.

This is about doing the inner work first. If you skip this step, you might rush into a career that looks good on paper but feels empty on the inside. Let's make sure that doesn't happen.

Ready to anchor your sense of meaning and design your year with intention?

Get the system I use myself, click the link here 👉🏿 https://tinyurl.com/4hf6s8fp to get your Life Navigation System and start building a career and life that's truly your own.

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Michael helps ambitious professionals like you navigate the complexities of the modern working world utilising the consultant mindset, helping you build deeply fulfilling and profitable portfolio careers.

He is an Independent Management Consultant and Executive Coach specializing in guiding leaders through transformative changes and scaling operations effectively.

Leveraging his extensive experience in programme management and previously working closely with top consulting firms, Michael empowers leaders to achieve sustained success by enhancing strategic decision-making, improving organizational health, and fostering personal and professional growth.

He is also an author of 4 books, Trustee for the Institute of Leadership and has spoken at organisations such as BBC Radio 1, University of Leicester, and CAPCO

Are you building your career, or just pursuing it? Most of us end up with a portfolio of work by accident. But what if you could design it with intention?

This isn't about hustling harder. It's about building smarter. Let's get into it.

Ready to escape the cycle for good? I've created a free guide to help you map out your unique skills and values to build a career that truly fits you. Download it here: https://tinyurl.com/ycxys2hp

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Michael helps ambitious professionals like you navigate the complexities of the modern working world utilising the consultant mindset, helping you build deeply fulfilling and profitable portfolio careers.

He is an Independent Management Consultant and Executive Coach specializing in guiding leaders through transformative changes and scaling operations effectively.

Leveraging his extensive experience in programme management and previously working closely with top consulting firms, Michael empowers leaders to achieve sustained success by enhancing strategic decision-making, improving organizational health, and fostering personal and professional growth.

He is also an author of 4 books, Trustee for the Institute of Leadership and has spoken at organisations such as BBC Radio 1, University of Leicester, and CAPCO